All The Times Kate Middleton Channeled Princess Diana’s Style

There is something about Kate Middleton's sweet demeanor that reminds us of Princess Diana. Sort of shy but with a magnetic quality can be used to describe both the Duchess of Cambridge and her late mother-in-law, so it's no wonder Kate stole the heart of Prince William. It's an honor to be compared to the elegant Diana, and we just love to see how Kate seems to carry on her very stylish ways. Even someone as stylish as Miss Middleton needs a little inspiration sometimes!

Now, obviously, Kate hasn't needed a revenge dress like Diana is so famously known for, but the late princess had so many other fashionably moments for the duchess to choose from. Everything from evening gowns to daywear, Diana mastered it all. And Kate is on her way to mastering these as well -- all thanks to her mother-in-law.

Of course, Kate has a style of her own that we know and love, but sometimes she opts for a blast from the past and gives us just subtle hints of Diana in her outfits.

There are many times it seemed that Kate was directly channeling Diana's sense of style, and this collection of photos shows exactly that. Take a look at the beautiful and elegant similarities that Kate and Diana share -- they are just too sweet!

Do you think Kate is channeling Princess Diana's style?

Kate in white.

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It's not just that Kate wears white -- a color we had often seen Princess Diana in -- but it's also the way she looks at her children, her stance, her demeanor. Such grace.

Feminine flair.

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Both women seem to have a similar body type -- tall and fit. And I think that's part of the reason clothes seem to fit their bodies in the same way. This very pretty dress worn by Diana has that feminine flair of a similar dress worn by Kate.

Black-and-white contrast.

Hollywood glam.

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A princess has to be able to mingle with everyone -- and Kate fits in so well whether it's on a red carpet or with kids at a school. But we're dazzled with her flawless ability to look so glamorous in this sparkly dress. Movie star or princess?

Kate, the sweetheart.

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A sweetheart neckline is very flattering -- something Kate must have also noticed when looking at old photos of Princess Diana. I love this dress on her and it very much reminds me of something Diana once wore.